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WAE 550T

1979 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,977 mi
Last recorded86,977 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAE 550T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 86,977 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 86,241 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2018 85,494 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake backplates slightly damp

Pass 1 Apr 2017 84,603 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 25 Mar 2017 84,603 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 83,797 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Inner steering rack joint has slight play

front coil springs corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2015 82,269 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside inner steering rack joint has slight play

Pass 22 Mar 2014 80,536 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2006 80,252 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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WAE 550T is a 1979 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAE 550T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WAE 550T registered?

WAE 550T is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 22 March 1979.

Is WAE 550T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAE 550T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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